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How Stuart Diver Became The Sole Survivor Of The Thredbo Landslide

Stuart Diver survived a landslide that killed everyone else involved. He just has to wait over two days to be saved.

By Kara Goldfarb • Apr 24, 2018

How Stuart Diver Became The Sole Survivor Of The Thredbo Landslide

Stuart Diver survived a landslide that killed everyone else involved. He just has to wait over two days to be saved.

By Kara Goldfarb • April 24, 2018

World’s Oldest Known Message In A Bottle Found

The bottle was picked up by a couple who thought it would look nice on their bookshelf.

By Katie Serena • Mar 6, 2018

World’s Oldest Known Message In A Bottle Found

The bottle was picked up by a couple who thought it would look nice on their bookshelf.

By Katie Serena • March 6, 2018

How Burt Munro Set A World Motorcycle Record At Almost 70 Years Old

Burt Munro was almost 70 years old, but that didn't stop him from setting several world records.

By Katie Serena • Mar 1, 2018

How Burt Munro Set A World Motorcycle Record At Almost 70 Years Old

Burt Munro was almost 70 years old, but that didn't stop him from setting several world records.

By Katie Serena • March 1, 2018

14 Of History’s Most Important Archaeological Discoveries And Sites

From Pompeii to King Tut's Tomb, discover some of history's most interesting archaeological discoveries and sites.

By Katie Serena • Nov 10, 2017

14 Of History’s Most Important Archaeological Discoveries And Sites

From Pompeii to King Tut's Tomb, discover some of history's most interesting archaeological discoveries and sites.

By Katie Serena • November 10, 2017

The Bizarre, Disturbing History Of Kangaroo Boxing

If you’ve been to any sort of Australian sporting event, there’s a good chance that you’ve seen the boxing kangaroo. Whether pictured on a flag being waved in the crowd or sold as a plush toy in the gift shop, the image of the boxing kangaroo has become a national...

By Joel Stice • Aug 2, 2017

The Bizarre, Disturbing History Of Kangaroo Boxing

If you’ve been to any sort of Australian sporting event, there’s a good chance that you’ve seen the boxing kangaroo. Whether pictured on a flag being waved in the crowd or sold as a plush toy in the gift shop, the image of the boxing kangaroo has become a national...

By Joel Stice • August 2, 2017

In First-Ever Australian Deep Sea Investigation, Researchers Discover Unbelievable Marine Life

A team of scientists recently explored Australia's deep sea — here's what they found.

By All That's Interesting • Jun 20, 2017

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In First-Ever Australian Deep Sea Investigation, Researchers Discover Unbelievable Marine Life

A team of scientists recently explored Australia's deep sea — here's what they found.

By All That's Interesting • June 20, 2017

Police Dog Fired For Being Too Friendly, Given Fancy New Job Instead

Gavel the German Shepherd was deemed too sociable for life on the force, so he's now officially been made Vice-Regal Dog instead.

By All That's Interesting • Jun 9, 2017

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Police Dog Fired For Being Too Friendly, Given Fancy New Job Instead

Gavel the German Shepherd was deemed too sociable for life on the force, so he's now officially been made Vice-Regal Dog instead.

By All That's Interesting • June 9, 2017

The Astounding Yet Tragic Tale Of Rod Ansell, The Real-Life Crocodile Dundee

After surviving 56 days alone in the Australian bush, Rod Ansell inspired the character of Crocodile Dundee — then his story ended in tragedy.

By Joel Stice • May 20, 2017

The Astounding Yet Tragic Tale Of Rod Ansell, The Real-Life Crocodile Dundee

After surviving 56 days alone in the Australian bush, Rod Ansell inspired the character of Crocodile Dundee — then his story ended in tragedy.

By Joel Stice • May 20, 2017

Missing Link Between Modern Dogs And Early Canids Discovered In New Guinea

Humans have found a community of the elusive Highland Wild Dogs for the first time in more than half a century.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 28, 2017

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Missing Link Between Modern Dogs And Early Canids Discovered In New Guinea

Humans have found a community of the elusive Highland Wild Dogs for the first time in more than half a century.

By All That's Interesting • March 28, 2017

Feral Cats Have Taken Over Australia, And The Government Is Now Fighting Back

Australia may very well be the land of cat people — but not exactly by choice.

By Krissy Howard • Jan 25, 2017

Feral Cats Have Taken Over Australia, And The Government Is Now Fighting Back

Australia may very well be the land of cat people — but not exactly by choice.

By Krissy Howard • January 25, 2017

Aboriginal Australians Co-Existed With Giant Reptiles And Marsupials For Over 17,000 Years

A new discovery shows that these enormous megafauna went extinct far later than researchers had thought.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 12, 2017

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Aboriginal Australians Co-Existed With Giant Reptiles And Marsupials For Over 17,000 Years

A new discovery shows that these enormous megafauna went extinct far later than researchers had thought.

By All That's Interesting • January 12, 2017

How Bunny Rabbits Took Over Australia — And What The Government Is Doing About It

Thanks to one bored 19th century hunter, Australia has a massive rabbit problem.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 31, 2016

How Bunny Rabbits Took Over Australia — And What The Government Is Doing About It

Thanks to one bored 19th century hunter, Australia has a massive rabbit problem.

By All That's Interesting • December 31, 2016